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Communications and Community Relations Officer - Helensvale State High School
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Marketing and Communications Manager to lead the promotion of our school within the local and wider community.
You will be responsible for coordinating marketing and communication activities that support student enrolments, strengthen community engagement, and ensure consistent messaging aligned with the school’s vision and values.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER676851/26T |
| Closing date | 09-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 March 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Thomas Sullivan |
| Contact details | 07 5573 8555 Access the National Relay Service |
Who We Are:
Helensvale State High School is a vibrant, inclusive secondary school committed to excellence in teaching and learning.
With a strong focus on student wellbeing, academic achievement, and pathways to further education, training, and employment, the school works in partnership with families and the wider community to support every student to succeed.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- Linking strategy to increased quality enrolment
- Implementing the school's marketing and communication strategies
- Manage the school's brand identity and ensure consistency across all platforms
- Oversee website content, social media, and publications
- Coordinate enrolment promotion and school events
- Liaise with media and external providers as required
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing initiatives & build recognised 'brand' of school
- Developing high-quality written and digital communications
- Working collaboratively with the Principal and leadership team
- Seeking & promoting good news stories
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
About you:
- Demonstrated experience in marketing, communications or a related field
- Strong written, verbal and digital communication skills
- Experience managing digital platforms and social media
- Understanding of branding, enrolment marketing, and community engagement
- Ability to work collaboratively in a school or public-sector environment
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of Queensland state school contexts is desirable.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1 page overview of what you would like to amplify based on all knowledge available to you of our school.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
SER676851_26T Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
Role Description
